1995 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 376 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Pantera | Murano |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
